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New 2 pc bridge vs wrap-around bridge

I've noticed that the "NEW" SC245 has a 2 pc bridge and it says that it for enhancing its vintage tone.

What are the pros & cons of having a design change from 1 wrap to 2 pc? I've played older SC245s that had the wrap-around and the sound just blew me away as well as the feel & the tuning stability of it. I haven't had the chance to play a 2 pc PRS let alone to compare the two bridge designs.

As far as I know it's exactly the same 2-piece bridge that is on the SC-58 and the JA-15. I own both and find the bridge to be extremely comfortable. I note no decrease in tuning stability or sustain. Don't hesitate to give one a try.

As far as I know it's exactly the same 2-piece bridge that is on the SC-58 and the JA-15. I own both and find the bridge to be extremely comfortable. I note no decrease in tuning stability or sustain. Don't hesitate to give one a try.

I would have to also agree that the tone is the bottom line. Others and I myself have been in a situation where the cosmetic appeal has been the X-factor in making a decision of one thing over another. Visually having more rel-estate behind the bridge, whatever the design, has always called to me. I would guess that the tuning & intonation set-up would be major factors as well.

No need to be sorry man. I freaking love it!! Due to a tremor I absolutely must rest my hand on the bridge to play, along with a bit of pressure. This bridge is very comfortable for that. Trust me, not all bridges allow for it.

I love the 2 piece on my SC58. I think it's woodier-sounding than the single piece wrap bridge.

I've actually found just the opposite to be true but I realize there are a lot of other factors going on there with the tone than just the bridge. My SC58 Artist with the ebony board and 2 pc was always brighter/thinner sounding no matter what pickups I tried. I'm not sure how much of that was the ebony vs. the bridge but I've never had that issue with LP Customs or other ebony boarded guitars with similar bridges. The other SC58 I had didn't have the same issue, but when doing a straight up comparison to a Ted SC with the same pickups, the 2 pc was noticeably brighter. Maybe that's more "vintage" correct tone, but I guess I've gotten used to something a little more ballsy.

This is a very interesting topic and i hope others would chime in.
Regarding PRS SC guitars will a wrap around bridge make the guitar sound closer to a Les Paul in comparison to a two piece bridge (say giving it more thump?) or vice-versa?.

I've actually found just the opposite to be true but I realize there are a lot of other factors going on there with the tone than just the bridge. My SC58 Artist with the ebony board and 2 pc was always brighter/thinner sounding no matter what pickups I tried. I'm not sure how much of that was the ebony vs. the bridge but I've never had that issue with LP Customs or other ebony boarded guitars with similar bridges. The other SC58 I had didn't have the same issue, but when doing a straight up comparison to a Ted SC with the same pickups, the 2 pc was noticeably brighter. Maybe that's more "vintage" correct tone, but I guess I've gotten used to something a little more ballsy.

I have not tried the 2 side by side on the same model, but as others have stated - more goes into an overall sound difference than just the bridge. My 2 piece stripped 58 sounds VERY similar to my bud's Les Paul. That is the premise of the design. My other 4 PRS have the 1 piece(a couple have the adjustable version of that). I like the looks and feel of both designs just fine. I really don't believe you can measure exact sonic difference here because no wood is exactly the same. You can have a generalization, but those can always be broken. My advice is to go with your gut on which style is more suited to you by it's design. They both sound good and function well and unless you have both side by side, the difference will be negligible. Play both if you have the opportunity and buy one that speaks to you.

I can say this much, I used to own both an Experience 57/08 (SC-245 with 1 piece bridge) along with a SC-58. There was no comparison, traded off the Exp model. That is NOT to say that all of the difference was due to 1 pc. vs. 2 pc. bridge. Keep in mind that the 57/08 pickups themselves have changed over time. You simply won't know until you can try them out. So the horrible result is to get one of each. ;-)

I've actually found just the opposite to be true but I realize there are a lot of other factors going on there with the tone than just the bridge. My SC58 Artist with the ebony board and 2 pc was always brighter/thinner sounding no matter what pickups I tried. I'm not sure how much of that was the ebony vs. the bridge but I've never had that issue with LP Customs or other ebony boarded guitars with similar bridges. The other SC58 I had didn't have the same issue, but when doing a straight up comparison to a Ted SC with the same pickups, the 2 pc was noticeably brighter. Maybe that's more "vintage" correct tone, but I guess I've gotten used to something a little more ballsy.

This is interesting as I've found the opposite. Both guitars that's I've had with the wraparound always sounded thinner and brighter. While my current sc58 sounds thicker and woodier to me. But every guitar and player is different.

I love everything about the 2 piece. I think it looks elegant and well designed. Growing up with TOM equipped guitars the 2 piece is like home to me. I also think it sounds and feels better than any TOM I've played yet. Of course this is IMO.